CVE-2009-0354: XSS
First published: Wed Feb 04 2009(Updated: )
Cross-domain vulnerability in js/src/jsobj.cpp in Mozilla Firefox 3.x before 3.0.6 allows remote attackers to bypass the Same Origin Policy, and access the properties of an arbitrary window and conduct cross-site scripting (XSS) attacks, via vectors involving a chrome XBL method and the window.eval function.
Credit: secalert@redhat.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Firefox | =3.0.4 | |
| Firefox | =3.0.5 | |
| Firefox | =3.0-beta2 | |
| Firefox | =3.0.3 | |
| Firefox | =3.0 | |
| Firefox | =3.0.1 | |
| Firefox | =3.0.2 | |
| Firefox | =3.0-beta5 | |
| Firefox | =3.0-alpha |
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Reference Links
- http://lists.opensuse.org/opensuse-security-announce/2009-02/msg00001.html
- http://rhn.redhat.com/errata/RHSA-2009-0256.html
- http://secunia.com/advisories/33799
- http://secunia.com/advisories/33809
- http://secunia.com/advisories/33831
- http://secunia.com/advisories/33841
- http://secunia.com/advisories/33846
- http://secunia.com/advisories/33869
- http://support.avaya.com/elmodocs2/security/ASA-2009-040.htm
- http://www.mandriva.com/security/advisories?name=MDVSA-2009:044
- http://www.mozilla.org/security/announce/2009/mfsa2009-02.html
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/33598
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id?1021664
- http://www.ubuntu.com/usn/usn-717-1
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2009/0313
- https://bugzilla.mozilla.org/show_bug.cgi?id=468581
- https://oval.cisecurity.org/repository/search/definition/oval%3Aorg.mitre.oval%3Adef%3A9796
- https://www.redhat.com/archives/fedora-package-announce/2009-February/msg00240.html
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2009-0354?
CVE-2009-0354 is considered to have a medium severity due to its potential for cross-site scripting (XSS) attacks.
How do I fix CVE-2009-0354?
To fix CVE-2009-0354, upgrade Mozilla Firefox to version 3.0.6 or later.
What types of attacks can be executed using CVE-2009-0354?
CVE-2009-0354 allows attackers to bypass the Same Origin Policy and conduct cross-site scripting (XSS) attacks.
Which versions of Mozilla Firefox are affected by CVE-2009-0354?
CVE-2009-0354 affects Mozilla Firefox versions 3.0, including alpha and beta versions up to 3.0.5.
What is the main issue caused by CVE-2009-0354?
The main issue caused by CVE-2009-0354 is the ability to access properties of an arbitrary window, leading to security vulnerabilities.
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